The 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 is widely considered one of the finest air-cooled Porsches ever produced. It is an engineering marvel and one of the greatest all-around sports cars in automotive history. Its place in high-end collections is well-earned, and it’s no surprise why.
On January 18, a rare example of this automotive legend will be auctioned at the Mecum Auctions Kissimmee event, with a projected value of up to $1,300,000. This particular Carrera RS 2.7 is one of just 200 Lightweight models ever built by the factory, making it a highly sought-after treasure for any true enthusiast.
Thanks to a careful selection of lightweight materials, the lightweight version is even more remarkable than the standard Touring model. It features thinner steel body panels, fiberglass bumpers, lighter glass windows, racing seats, and a stripped-back interior—design choices that reduced its weight significantly, enhancing its performance. The result is a car that perfectly balances street-legal comfort and serious racing capabilities.
Its 2.7-liter flat-6 engine, upgraded with Bosch mechanical fuel injection, generates 210 horsepower. The car also benefits from wider rear wheels, suspension tweaks, and the iconic “Burzel” ducktail spoiler, developed through extensive wind-tunnel testing to reduce rear-end lift at high speeds. This combination of visual appeal and performance innovation cemented the RS 2.7 as an icon in the automotive world.
With only 15,930 kilometers (9,874 miles) on the clock, this Tangerine-colored Carrera RS 2.7 is rare and in pristine condition. Originally delivered to Italy, it has since spent time in Switzerland before finding its way to the United States. Its Type 911/83 2,687cc air-cooled flat-6 engine is mated to a Type 915 5-speed manual transmission.
This exceptional Carrera RS 2.7 also boasts features like ventilated four-wheel disc brakes, MacPherson strut front suspension, rear torsion-bar suspension, silver Fuchs wheels, Glaverbel safety glass, lightweight door panels, floor coverings, and an aluminum engine cover.
Source: Mecum Auctions
